ON-BOARD INSTRUMENTATION

 The manual fully covers the Ministry’s curriculum for the new D1 licence, commonly known as the ‘patentino’. This licence permits daytime navigation only within 6 miles of the coast on small craft, jet skis and motorboats with engines up to 85 kW (115.6 hp). It can be obtained from the age of 16 for vessels up to 10 metres in length; for candidates over 18, the limit is extended to 12 metres. The content is organised into 6 chapters.

This manual is fully aligned with the Ministry’s curriculum for obtaining boat licences for waters within 12 miles of the coast and beyond. The text is accompanied by numerous illustrative images, which provide valuable support in memorising the extensive exam syllabus. This twelfth edition includes 88 video tutorials, accessible via QR codes, to better explain the more complex topics.

An Illustrated Guide for Beginners

This guide is designed for those approaching sailing or motorboating for the first time and wanting to feel confident and capable right from the start.

Simple and effective explanations, combined with very clear and practical illustrations, guide beginners step by step through the essential basics: how to move about on board, how to assist with manoeuvres, which terms to know and what to do in emergency situations.

Produced with the help of expert RYA instructors, this book provides the essential skills needed to tackle your first sailing experience without stress, whether as a trainee skipper, an active crew member, or simply to fully enjoy life on board.

This handbook contains the 50 questions from the official exam papers in force from 13 May 2022 at all examination centres – the Motor Vehicle Agency and the Maritime Authority – for the boat licence valid within 12 miles of the coast.

The first part is introductory for those approaching the subject for the first time and uses illustrations to introduce the five questions included in each exam question.

The exam questions cover the three official sectors of Chart 5/D of the Italian Navy Hydrographic Institute:

the horizontal NW sector, the vertical NW sector, and the SE sector.

This handbook contains all the official quizzes – both basic and sailing-specific – organised by topic in line with the sequence of Miriam Lettori’s theory textbook *Sailing and Motorboat Licence*. This allows students to approach their studies in a logical and progressive manner, whilst being able to easily refer back to specific pages for further study and revision. This method is also invaluable for those using other theory textbooks, as it enables them to master the entire ministerial syllabus by following a rational and structured approach.

The ideal handbook for anyone wishing to pursue a career as a hostess or steward on sailing or motor yachts, whether privately owned or charter vessels.

The author offers practical advice covering all aspects of life on board: welcoming and assisting guests, preparing the boat, managing the galley, cleaning and maintaining the living areas, safety and first aid, and assisting with manoeuvres, to name but a few.

A practical guide that reveals the secrets of organisation and conduct to ensure you remain professional at all times and responsive to passengers’ varying habits and the preferences of different skippers, enabling you to tackle the small and large daily challenges with confidence.

The sea in winter can offer colours and experiences rarely found in other seasons. Sailing feels more intimate, and even areas that are usually very busy regain a sense of tranquillity and a slower pace, allowing you to appreciate your time on board all the more.

Of course, sailing out of season safely and enjoyably requires a few extra precautions compared to what you are used to in summer. The author covers all the aspects you need to consider before setting sail in winter: proper preparation of the boat, with particular attention to insulation and heating.

Many boaters recognise that the most critical moment is the mooring manoeuvre in port, where you may have to squeeze into a tight berth amongst other boats.

The aim of this manual is to answer the most common questions and to guide the reader step by step through the learning of the fundamental concepts and rules for safely mooring and unmooring sailing and motor boats.

It also examines the variables that contribute to making the manoeuvre more or less challenging: currents, wind, tides and weather conditions.

The text is accompanied by a comprehensive set of colour illustrations that provide an immediate explanation of the manoeuvre.

Dropping anchor, sleeping soundly and setting sail after retrieving the anchor Manoeuvres and mooring in port After a pleasant sail, whether it be a few miles or hundreds of miles, the most eagerly awaited – yet also the most delicate – moment is the arrival, when you decide whether to anchor in the roadstead or head into port. Anchoring, perhaps in a beautiful secluded bay, offers that priceless feeling of freedom in close contact with nature.

The author addresses beginners in particular, as every good sailor must first and foremost know how to handle themselves correctly in the roadstead and in port, providing those practical tips and ‘tricks of the trade’ that come only from long experience at sea.

This official nautical chart of the Hydrographic Institute of the Navy accurately depicts the area between the Piombino Channel, the Argentario Promontory and the Scoglio d'Africa. Made at a scale of 1:100,000 and printed on a large sheet measuring 116 x 83 cm, it offers a detailed view of the coastline and seabed of this striking portion of the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Although an accurate reproduction, this chart is not to be used for navigation, but is a valuable resource for cartography enthusiasts, collectors and sea lovers. Perfect for enhancing studies, offices and nautical-themed environments, it is a fascinating object that tells the story and geography of our seas.

Discover the Central-Southern Tyrrhenian Sea sector with this official nautical chart of the Hydrographic Institute of the Navy, produced at a scale of 1:100,000 for a detailed view of the coastline.

Area represented: from Capo Circeo to Ischia Ponte including the Pontine islands and the eastern coast of Corsica, ideal for coastal navigation and precise route planning.

Technical details: printed on high quality sheet with dimensions of 116 x 83 cm.

Reliability: official product of the Hydrographic Institute of the Navy, synonymous with accuracy and professionalism.

Perfect for yachtsmen, fishermen and anyone who wants a reliable tool for exploring this maritime area.

Discover the Central-Southern Tyrrhenian Sea sector with this official nautical chart of the Hydrographic Institute of the Navy, created on a scale of 1:100,000 for a detailed view of the coastline.

    Area represented: from Diamante to Capo Cozzo, ideal for coastal navigation and precise route planning.

    Technical details: printed on high quality sheet with dimensions of 116 x 83 cm.

    Reliability: official product of the Hydrographic Institute of the Navy, synonymous with accuracy and professionalism.

Anodised and satin-finished light alloy compasses. Length mm. 180

Official nautical chart of the Italian Hydrographic Institute of the Navy, produced on a scale of 1:100,000, representing the stretch of sea from Castelsardo to Olbia/Bocche di Bonifacio. Printed on a large sheet measuring 83 x 116 cm, the chart offers a detailed representation of the coastline, seabed and main nautical features of the area, making it an indispensable tool for navigating this stretch of the Mediterranean Sea. Ideal for yachtsmen, sea professionals and enthusiasts, it combines technical precision and graphic quality, according to the high standards of the Hydrographic Institute of the Navy.

Nautical chart of the Hydrographic Institute of the Navy, in SCALE 1:100,000, printed on sheet size 116 x 83 cm. NOT TO BE USED FOR NAVIGATION from Castel sardo to Olbia/Bocche Bonifacio. 

Official nautical chart of the Italian Navy Hydrographic Institute, scale 1:100,000, from Olbia to Capo di Monte Santu Printed on a large sheet measuring 83 x 116 cm, the chart offers a detailed representation of the coastline, seabed and main nautical features of the area, making it an indispensable tool for navigating this stretch of the Mediterranean Sea. Ideal for yachtsmen, sea professionals and enthusiasts, it combines technical precision and graphic quality, according to the high standards of the Hydrographic Institute of the Navy.

Official nautical chart from the Italian Hydrographic Institute of the Navy, at a scale of 1:100,000, designed to ensure accuracy and reliability in coastal navigation. Printed on a large-format sheet (116 × 83 cm), it provides a clear and detailed representation of the stretch of sea from Capo Carbonara to Capo Spartivento.

Official nautical chart of the Istituto Idrografico della Marina, produced on a scale of 1:100,000, representing Olbia and Golfo Aranci. Printed on a large sheet measuring 83 x 116 cm, the chart offers a detailed representation of the coastline, seabed and main nautical features of the area, making it an indispensable tool for navigation in this part of the Mediterranean Sea. Ideal for yachtsmen, sea professionals and enthusiasts, it combines technical precision and graphic quality, according to the high standards of the Hydrographic Institute of the Navy.

Nautical chart of the Hydrographic Institute of the Navy (LIGURY SEA - TYRRANEAN SEA - STRAIT OF SICILY)

Navigate with precision through the Ligurian Sea, Tyrrhenian Sea and Strait of Sicily thanks to this official nautical chart of the Hydrographic Institute of the Navy, produced at a scale of 1:1,000,000.

    Area represented: sector of the Ligurian Sea and Central-Northern Tyrrhenian Sea, perfect for deep-sea navigation and long-range orientation.

    Technical details: printed on high quality, durable foil, with dimensions of 83 x 116 cm.

    Authenticity: compliance with the highest standards of cartographic accuracy of the Hydrographic Institute of the Navy.

Indispensable for navigation professionals, sea enthusiasts and chart collectors.

Official nautical chart from the Italian Hydrographic Institute of the Navy, at a scale of 1:100,000, designed to ensure accuracy and reliability in coastal navigation. Printed on a large-format sheet (116 × 83 cm), it provides a clear and detailed representation Corsica island. 

Official nautical chart of the Italian Hydrographic Institute of the Navy, produced on a scale of 1:100,000, representing the stretch of sea from Cape Bellavista to the Strait of Bonifacio. Printed on a large sheet measuring 83 x 116 cm, the chart offers a detailed representation of the coastline, seabed and main nautical features of the area, making it an indispensable tool for navigating this stretch of the Mediterranean Sea. Ideal for yachtsmen, sea professionals and enthusiasts, it combines technical precision and graphic quality, according to the high standards of the Hydrographic Institute of the Navy.

Official nautical chart from the Italian Hydrographic Institute of the Navy, at a scale of 1:100,000, designed to ensure accuracy and reliability in coastal navigation. Printed on a large-format sheet (116 × 83 cm), it provides a clear and detailed representation of the stretch of sea from the Piombino Channel to Fiumicino, including the eastern coast of Corsica.